Caprock Canyons State Park

Covering 13,906 acres, Caprock Canyons State Park is located in one of Texas’ most scenic regions. Erosion has carved spectacular landscapes at the edge of the caprock escarpment (the edge of the high plains).

The park is home to the official Texas bison herd, direct descendants of the last free range southern plains bison.

Among the colorful cliffs and on the canyon floors you will find abundant wildlife, including African aoudad sheep, mule deer, white-tailed deer, coyotes, opossums, raccoons, bobcats, foxes, porcupines, numerous species of snakes and lizards, and over 175 species of birds including Golden Eagles. Lake Theo contains bass and catfish.

When visiting Caprock Canyons State Park, be sure to check out the recently completed audio driving guide to the park. It’s like having a tour guide on your own schedule and it’s free! The audio guide is available for check-out, at the park headquarters, on tape or CD ($5 deposit).